How to do a sliding knot

Follow our step by step guide on how to make a sliding knot - great for making adjustable necklaces, bracelets and anklets

Learn how to tie a simple sliding knot, ideal for both bracelets and necklaces that you want to be adjustable, or where you don't want to use metal clasps.

I ran a button bracelet-making workshop at my WI this week, and part of it involved a quick demo on how to tie a sliding knot. It's so quick to learn, but a bloomin' useful lesson for any crafter! It means you can make bracelets, necklaces and anklets for yourself or a lovely friend without all that bother about unpicking knots to take it off, and it means one size fits all. Handy! This method works well for non-stretchy threads like waxed cord, hairy string or baker's twine. I'll be back…

double fisherman's knot

Make your own Pura Vida inspired bracelets using wax cord, charms and beads.

Learn how to make a square sliding knot. Ideal closure for finishing bracelets and necklaces, this square sliding knot tutorial has clear step by step instructions.

Bracelets are the accessory item of the year and nothing is hotter right now than bracelets made with cording. You can create hip, chic bracelets with a few art beads, some accent beads and cotton cord. These are quick and easy to make and oh-so-cute! I'm going to be showing you step-by-step how to create a sliding knot adjustable closure that can be used for a bracelet or even a necklace, if you so choose. My version shown here is a slight variation of the sliding knot technique you…